David Zapatka Continuing our study of Pickleball Fundamentals: Master the basics and compete with confidence by Mary Littlewood, “As opposed to the volley, which is a shot taken when the ball is still in the air, the half volley is hit just after the ball has bounced. It is a reaction shot taken most often as…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
Garden Club Season Finale!
Erminja Maganja, Garden Club Publicity Chair A beautiful spring day awaited us on May 16, as some 50 Garden Club members assembled to close out our club year with the popular RR Garden Tour, visiting five lovely RR yards. Using golf carts as our primary transportation, we made our way across the Ranch to enjoy…
Features, June 2022
Military History
Irene Manning We recently commemorated two important dates in history: May 8 (V-E Day, the end of World War II in Europe) and May 21 (Armed Forces Day). Soon, we will commemorate another important date: Sept. 2 (V-J Day, the end of World War II in the Pacific). I was eight years old and sitting in…
Generals, June 2022
Editorial Weekend Reminder
Hello Robson Ranch submitters! Remember—when the 26th falls on a weekend, the editorial deadline is the Friday before. This is a friendly reminder that the deadline for the July edition is June 24 by 4 p.m. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to editorial@robson.com or try…
Sports, June 2022
2022 Arlene Pfeil/Jim Greg Doubles Tournament Winners
Don Pooley And the winners are … Jack Zastrow and Bill Cashin. In second place was the team of Rosemary Simecek and Steve Rynn. Arlene Pfeil presented the winners’ trophies on May 25, after a playoff match (Jack and Bill winning 3 to 1) to determine the winners. Below are the team total wins through…
Generals, June 2022
Update from State Rep Lynn Stucky
Lynn Stucky As of May 24, the stage has been set for the 2022 November elections. There were numerous run-off elections in both the Democratic and Republican primaries, ranging from statewide offices to local Denton County seats. Here are some of the important elections and who you will see on your November ballot: Governor of…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
Sigma Chi Brothers Meet
Dave Parker The Sigma Chi Brothers at Robson Ranch held their May meeting at the Wildhorse Grill. Brother Mick Fox began the meeting with a prayer. The Brothers rehashed the great Derby Day event that was held at the beginning of the month. Thanks again to Brother Chuck Newcomer for the coordination of the Derby…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
The Baywood Singers Share Heartfelt Talent
The Baywood Singers, a group of 10 singers with accompanist and leader Jerri Sparks, has been together for several years. Our mission is to share our hearts and talents at local assisted living facilities in the Denton area. Jerri started the group with friends from Denton Bible Church; however, it has continued to grow and…
Sports, June 2022
Texas Toss Playoff Results
1st Place: Cornfused 2nd Place: 14th Holers
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
A Muy Buen Tiempo at Dance Club’s Fiesta
Vicki Baker Taco “bout a party! Turning up the heat to caliente, the RR Dance Club’s “Cinco de Mayo! Viva la Fiesta!” was a high-energy night filled with music and dancing. It was a fiesta to remember. The ballroom was awash in an explosion of color. In addition to Mexico’s national colors of red, green,…